Serving 376 students in grades 9-12, Applied Technology Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Applied Technology Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Applied Technology Center's student population of 376 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
376 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Applied Technology Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Applied Technology Center is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5303 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%

Hispanic
95%
56%

Black
n/a
5%

White
1%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Applied Technology Center's ranking?
Applied Technology Center is ranked #5303 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Applied Technology Center often compared to?
Applied Technology Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Schurr High School, Bell Gardens High School, Arcadia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Applied Technology Center?
The graduation rate of Applied Technology Center is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Applied Technology Center?
376 students attend Applied Technology Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Applied Technology Center students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Applied Technology Center?
Applied Technology Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Applied Technology Center offer ?
Applied Technology Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Applied Technology Center part of?
Applied Technology Center is part of Montebello Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Applied Technology Center located?
Applied Technology Center is located in the South Montebello neighborhood of Montebello, CA. There are 13 other public schools located in South Montebello.
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